…to the deaths recorded during the ordeal as proof of its authenticity. “Those saying the kidnapping was staged don’t know what they are saying. If it was staged, would they have killed two people? If it was staged, what we went through in that place was not good at all,” he said. Olatunde further addressed claims that…

…was no longer sufficient to address emerging security challenges such as banditry, kidnapping, farmer-herder clashes and attacks on schools."A country as large and as varied as ours cannot be policed forever by one central Force run from the capital," he said, stressing the need for security officers who understand loc…

…July, as part of negotiations with the victim's family. "Operatives of the Command Anti-Kidnapping Squad leveraged on technology and other investigative tools to identify the suspects' hideout, rescue the victim, immediately take her for medical care and arrest the suspects," the statement read. "The arrest followed a…

…and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State cannot be replicated in every kidnapping case because each security operation presents different challenges.Ngoshe stated this on Wednesday, July 15, during an appearance on Channels Television's The Morning Brief while responding to questions over why similar r…

…strengthening inter-agency collaboration and ensuring that those responsible for kidnapping and terrorism are brought to justice. The senator reaffirmed his commitment to supporting legislative measures and policies aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s security institutions and improving the safety of citizens, particularl…

…model has become increasingly overstretched in responding to terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, communal conflicts and other violent crimes. Those calls intensified with the establishment of regional security outfits such as the Western Nigeria Security Network (Amotekun), Ebube Agu in parts of the South-East and numerou…

…ongoing efforts of the Federal Government and security agencies in addressing terrorism, kidnapping and other forms of insecurity. In its resolutions, the upper chamber commended the Armed Forces, intelligence agencies and other security institutions for securing the release of the victims after more than 50 days in ca…

…and continued trailing Adeyemi. Lohor previously served as the Commander of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad for the Osun State Police Command and had been involved in high-profile security operations and controversies. He is widely regarded by many Osun residents as one of the key security officers who contributed significan…

…Enduring Peace have rescued seven kidnapped travellers following a swift response to a kidnapping incident along a highway in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau State. The incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on July 13, 2026 when troops deployed under Sector 6 of Operation Enduring Peace responded to credible repo…

…are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the notorious gang that specialised in kidnapping at Ekpoma and environs thereby ensuring that they are brought to justice. "While the Command is pleased with the successful rescue of the abducted students, it remains deeply saddened by the unfortunate death of Peter Ekpe…

…into Multnomah County Detention Centre on charges of first and second-degree attempted kidnapping, first-degree custodial interference and third-degree assault and harassment. Authorities said the child was not seriously injured. She was checked by paramedics at the scene but not taken to a hospital by ambulance. An in…

…a broader investigation into the country’s worsening security situation. “The continued kidnappings and killings across Nigeria should be probed,” he said. The National Publicity Secretary of the YPP, Wale Egbeola-Martins, also endorsed Makinde’s position, saying the party saw nothing wrong with an independent investig…

…down and neutralise the fleeing terrorists as part of ongoing operations to dismantle kidnapping networks operating across the Plateau-Taraba border corridor. by Linda Ikeji at 13/07/2026 10:33 PM | Share this Story

…of the woman was disclosed in Esan Political Assembly facebook page. In the Idoa kidnapping incident, the gunmen abducted the secretary to the palace of the community alongside three children. DAILY POST gathered that the victims were abducted on Friday morning, July 10,2026. A source who said the secretary is his brot…

…knowledge of the terrain and local criminal networks, improving responses to banditry, kidnapping and other security threats."State police operatives, who will be recruited from local communities, know the people, the terrain and even the criminals. This will significantly improve our response to banditry, kidnapping a…

…were rescued on June 30 after their vehicle developed a fault at a location reputed for kidnapping and other criminal activities. According to him, the stranded corps members contacted the police for help after finding themselves in a vulnerable situation. “The Corps Members were stranded at night at a notorious black…

…on the park came as traditional rulers in Oriire Local Government insisted that the kidnapping of the pupils and teachers had exposed the fragile security architecture in the area. Following the successful rescue of the victims, the Elerepamo of Pamo, Oba Ayobami Ogunmakinde, and the Elesinele of Esinele, Oba Tajudeen…

…for partisan advantage ahead of the elections. According to him, terrorism, banditry, kidnapping and violent crime affect every Nigerian, regardless of political affiliation, ethnicity or religious background. He urged political leaders, opinion moulders and commentators to exercise restraint, warning that divisive nar…

…other security personnel involved for their bravery and commitment in the fight against kidnapping and banditry,” he added. Police rescue two kidnap victims after intercepting petrol ransom in Zamfara

…stealing 26 goats in Yobe The Yobe State Police Command has arrested two members of a kidnapping syndicate and recovered 26 stolen goats in Gujba Local Government Area of the state. The spokesperson for the command, DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, July 12, 2026 said armed men abducte…

…should not obscure what he described as the government's failure to prevent such kidnappings in the first place. Speaking with Sunday PUNCH, he urged the Federal Government to deploy the same level of urgency and operational commitment that secured the release of the Oyo victims towards rescuing schoolchildren and othe…

…rescue demonstrated the effectiveness of coordinated security operations in tackling kidnapping, terrorism, banditry and other violent crimes across Nigeria. He commended the Nigerian Armed Forces and other security agencies for what he described as their professionalism, resilience and collaboration throughout the ope…

…Bring Michael home.” Check out post below ... Michael Oyedokun was killed during the kidnapping of pupils and teachers in Oriire LGA, an incident that drew national attention before the remaining victims were eventually rescued.

The European Union has condemned the incidents of kidnapping, forced religious conversion, and child marriage in Pakistan, demanding the protection of girls in the South Asian nation. The EU Parliament highlighted the case of 13-year-old Maria Shahbaz, a Pakistani Christian girl who was abducted, converted to Islam, an…

…Governor Makinde said: “Earlier today, we visited the victims of the Oriire LGA kidnapping incident where they are receiving treatment in Ibadan. “We will continue to provide the necessary support needed for their full recovery and reunite them with their families. “We also remember civilians and military personnel who…